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MS HR63

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/24/2018

Primary Sponsor

Debra Gibbs

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends the life and legacy of Mr. Wyatt Washington, Jr., born February 9, 1918, and recognizes his posthumous 100th birthday in 2018.
  • Honors his service as a World War II veteran in the United States Army (discharged December 22, 1945) and his career as a carpenter, furniture company employee, and bedding business owner.
  • Recognizes his community activism promoting African American voter registration and his 70-year residence in the Virden Addition neighborhood of Jackson, Mississippi.
  • Acknowledges his dedication to Cade Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon for over 40 years, and his membership in Hiram Grand Lodge Masons.
  • Directs copies of the resolution to be furnished to Mr. Washington's family and the Capitol Press Corps.

Legislative Description

Mr. Wyatt Washington, Jr.; commend life and legacy and recognize posthumous 100th birthday.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/24/2018

Committee Referrals

Rules3/20/2018

Full Bill Text

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